Top Australia Hot Air Balloon Rides

Watch the golden rays illuminate the countryside on this sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the Avon Valley near Perth. Starting from Northam, this ballooning and breakfast experience includes a relaxing and memorable flight through the sky and a delicious post-ballooning breakfast. While you’re in the air, your friendly pilot will also give you the chance to lend a hand—if you wish—and will join you for coffee and questions afterwards.

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. Operated by Australia’s most experienced balloon operator Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast, this early morning express adventure brings you the thrill of hot air ballooning with a touch of elegance. Start your morning with convenient hotel pickup before floating high above the stunning Gold Coast Hinterland. Take in sweeping views of rolling hills, stunning countryside and spot wildlife from the serenity of your hot air balloon basket. It’s a moment of peace, beauty, and exhilaration that will stay with you forever. After landing, celebrate in style with a sparkling wine toast and receive a commemorative flight certificate to mark the experience. Plus, you’ll take home a Premium Digital Photo Pack valued at $130, capturing your airborne adventure in high resolution.

Take a scenic journey you’ll never forget on this hot air balloon ride over Melbourne, Australia. Whether you’re a tourist new to the city or you’ve lived in Melbourne your entire life, this experience will help you see the city in a whole new light. Sail above the city skyline in a basket with a small group and pilots to make sure everyone is safe and having fun.

Sometimes driving through a small part of the Australian Outback isn’t enough. See the desert from above on a morning hot-air balloon ride. This tour from Alice Springs gets you up in the air near dawn for a scenic ride. Spot wildlife, including the elusive Red Kangaroo, from above, take in views of the landscape, and enjoy sparkling wine afterward.

A hot air balloon ride offers visitors to Melbourne a new perspective over one of the most beautiful cities in the country. This balloon flight experience is made extra special by departing at dawn, giving travelers stunning views of Melbourne’s cityscape as the sun rises, the perfect addition to an Australian holiday for those seeking something memorable.

Get a bird’s-eye perspective of Tropical North Queensland on an unforgettable hot air balloon flight at sunrise. Soar over the Atherton Tablelands as golden sunlight breaks across beautiful farmlands, rivers, and forests. Choose the duration of your flights and enjoy pickup and drop-off from your Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Palm Cove hotel. It’s a breathtakingly beautiful way to start your day!

Leave the crowds on land behind and tke to the skies at sunrise to discover the magic of Mansfield and the foothills of the Great Dividing Range basked in the beautiful morning light. As your hot air balloon floats through the sky, take in views of Mansfield, rolling fields, countryside, and distant mountains and forests. Along with your pilot, this exclusive small-group experience has just eight passengers, ensuring an intimate and special flight.

Watch the sunrise over Queensland’s mesmerizing landscapes with this thrilling hot air balloon flight from Brisbane. Take to the skies above Ipswich and enjoy unforgettable aerial views over the historic town, the Great Dividing Range and the Scenic Rim. Enjoy the best of both worlds as you float over serene countryside and city streets, then celebrate your safe landing with a sparkling wine breakfast and a personalized flight certificate.

If you’ve always wanted to experience the calm thrill of soaring above land in a hot air balloon, Geelong is a great place to do it. After taking off from the launch field you’ll float over the city, the coastline, and the Bellarine Peninsula for around one hour. Watch the sun rise and look out for landmarks of interest below.

Voted the World’s Most Liveable City for seven consecutive years, Melbourne is a vibrant metropolis brimming with style, culture, and iconic sights. From the historic MCG to shimmering Port Phillip Bay and the towering Eureka Skydeck, there’s no shortage of breathtaking views. Now imagine starting your day with the warmth of flames gently inflating your balloon, the quiet anticipation before liftoff, and the thrill of watching the sun rise over Melbourne’s legendary landmarks. Drift peacefully above the Yarra River, taking in the city from a truly unique perspective. Complete your morning with a lavish buffet breakfast at our premium venue the Amora Hotel Riverwalk Richmond, the perfect way to celebrate an unforgettable flight

Get a different perspective on the Gold Coast by soaring over it in a hot air balloon. Get a bird's eye view over the city or hinterland, (depending on the wind pattern) and enjoy plenty of room to move around and take photos in Australia's only basket with doors. You have the option of helping to pack the balloon up afterward and will also receive a photo and movie package.

Enjoy a hot air balloon ride, champagne breakfast, and a tour of Springbrook National Park on this group tour that will last about half a day. You’ll see the sunrise from up in the air and look down on the Gold Coast below. You’ll have a full breakfast buffet with included champagne, followed by a guided walk through one of Australia's oldest forests with 2000 year old trees and waterfalls.

The forested valleys and vine-clad hills of Brisbane’s Scenic Rim area are even more magnificent when viewed from above. With this tour, make an early start to catch the sunrise and float over the picturesque landscapes in a hot air balloon. After admiring the views, celebrate your flight with a glass of sparkling wine and a scrumptious hot buffet breakfast at a local vineyard.

Fly like a bird and experience the start of a brand new day whilst floating in a hot air balloon over the world-famous wine region, the Yarra Valley. With stunning views as far as the eye can see, the Melbourne CBD skyline in the distance, the Great Dividing Range, & of course many world-famous wineries below, the peace and serenity that is so unique to hot air ballooning will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

Fly like a bird and experience the start of a brand new day whilst floating in a hot air balloon over the world famous wine region, the Yarra Valley. With stunning views as far as the eye can see, the Melbourne CBD skyline in the distance, the great dividing range & of course many world famous wineries below, the peace and serenity that is so unique to hot air ballooning, will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. Allow 3 - 5 hours for the ballooning experience.

Whether you want to get the lay of the land or you want to do some sightseeing from a new perspective, this hot air balloon ride over Melbourne is designed for you. Instead of jostling for a good view at a crowded inner-city lookout, soar over the city and enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views. Go where the wind takes you, taking photos of grand city landmarks and the winding Yarra River in the morning sun.

Your professional tour guides will deliver you to the launch site pre-dawn for you to witness the impressive scene of balloons being inflated. When the balloon is ready, step into the basket with your experienced pilot; feel the peace and serenity of floating above the countryside, see the rolling hills and open fields, set against the stunning backdrop of the rising sun. There is nothing in the world like the feeling of floating gently above the earth. Breathe in the fresh air, enjoy sweeping views of the famous Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim on one side then look towards the coast to see the skyline dotted with towering buildings - it's the best of both worlds! Your very experienced pilots will slowly guide the balloon down to the landing point, where the fun continues, we all pitch in and fold up the balloon itself, have a laugh and take some more photos. Finally we head to for a delicious hot breakfast, continental buffet beachside view

Don’t limit your sightseeing to the ground—enjoy an experience that most Yarra Valley tourists miss, and soak up the Australian scenery from great heights in the basket of a hot air balloon. With this booking, you get not just the flight, but breakfast and hassle-free transfers to and from Melbourne too, so all you have to worry about is enjoying the view.

Soar over Bendigo at sunrise with BalloonMan for an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure, where history meets breathtaking natural beauty! Drift silently over this vibrant city, taking in stunning views of heritage architecture, lush parks, and the iconic Sacred Heart Cathedral from an unmatched vantage point. As the balloon rises, witness the golden light illuminating Bendigo’s rolling landscapes, scenic Lake Weeroona, and surrounding bushland—a view that’s both serene and awe-inspiring. BalloonMan’s experienced crew ensures a safe and memorable journey, topped off with a traditional post-flight champagne toast and breakfast, making it the perfect way to celebrate this extraordinary experience.

Wake up and watch the sun, light up Port Phillip Bay as you experience the serenity of drifting over Victoria’s second largest City and gateway to the Great Ocean Road. Drift over the Bellarine Peninsula in a hot air balloon with Geelong Ballooning, established 1998, pioneers of hot air ballooning over this magnificent region. Catch views of the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula coastline, majestic Melbourne skyline and sensational Southern Ocean – a photographer's aerial paradise all year round. Complete your morning with a gourmet breakfast along the promenade at the Novotel Waterfront Restaurant & Bar – relax & celebrate with a glass of sparkling wine. The perfect way to finish your Geelong Ballooning hot air balloon flight. With hundreds of attractions for the whole family, hot air ballooning in Geelong is the perfect start to your Geelong adventure.

Soak up magnificent views of the Gold Coast from a spectacular vantage point: a hot-air balloon. Drift gracefully over pristine white-sand beaches, picturesque waterways, the towering skyscrapers of Surfers Paradise, and the Gold Coast Hinterland beyond during a thrilling sunrise flight. After, savor a decadent hotel buffet with Champagne. The flight’s early-morning departure means the rest of your day is free for other activities.

Seeing the Atherton Tablelands' rainforest, wetlands, and waterfalls in one sweep isn't possible from the ground. Drift over them by hot-air balloon from Cairns instead, taking in the bush, the ranges, and the wildlife below as the light comes up. Your pilot points out the landscape's geology and history along the way, so you get the story behind what you're looking at, not just the view.

The rainforest-clad islands, white-sand beaches, and vast coral reefs of the Whitsundays are even more impressive when viewed from above. With this tour, take off on a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and admire the views from the panoramic windows. Fly over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the Heart Reef, and enjoy a magnificent bird’s eye view of the Great Barrier Reef. Live commentary is available in English, Mandarin, and Spanish.